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Glow Worm Accommodation - Hostel

3.0 star property
Enjoy the free WiFi at this 3-star Franz Josef Glacier hostel

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Indoor spa tub
Family Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
BBQ/picnic area
Double Room, Ensuite | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Dining

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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27 Cron Street, Franz Josef Glacier, 7886
  • Place, Westcoast Wildlife Centre
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Glacier Hot Pools
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Waiho Hot Tubs
    ‪7 min walk‬

Room options

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Double Room, Shared Bathroom | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room, Shared Bathroom

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Double Room, Ensuite | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room, Ensuite

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Twin Room, Shared Bathroom | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Twin Room, Ensuite | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin Room, Ensuite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Family Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 97 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Shared Dormitory, Shared Bathroom (Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dorm) | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory, Shared Bathroom (Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dorm)

  • Sleeps 1
  • 6 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Shared Dormitory, Ensuite (Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dorm) | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory, Ensuite (Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dorm)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Franz Josef Glacier

In Franz Josef Glacier .You'll be steps from Westcoast Wildlife Centre and a 5-minute walk from Te Wahipounamu. Our Lady of the Alps and Waiho Hot Tubs are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Westcoast Wildlife Centre - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Our Lady of the Alps - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • St James Anglican Church - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Glacier Hot Pools - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Waiho Hot Tubs - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles

Getting around

  • Hokitika (HKK) - 117 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Full Of Beans Cafe - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Blue Ice Restaurant & Bar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Landing Bar & Restaurant - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪SnakeBite Brewery - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Monsoon Bar - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Glow Worm Accommodation - Hostel

Enjoy the free WiFi at this 3-star Franz Josef Glacier hostel
As a guest of Glow Worm Accommodation - Hostel, you'll find a hot tub, a library, and barbecue grills. Public spaces have free WiFi. An arcade/game room, tour/ticket assistance, and a picnic area are also featured at Glow Worm Accommodation - Hostel. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Franz Josef Glacier hostel.

  • 23 guestrooms or units
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Game room or arcade
  • Library
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
Glow Worm Accommodation - Hostel offers 23 accommodations. This Franz Josef Glacier hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include showers. Irons/ironing boards and hair dryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Hot tub
  • Library

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator (single-level property)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private or shared bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

More

  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 7:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination
COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 17 and up; guests must have received complete COVID-19 vaccination at least 16 days prior to check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination. The COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 17 and up; guests must have received their complete COVID-19 vaccination at least 16 days prior to check-in.

National rating

Rating provided by Qualmark®, source of official star ratings for accommodation in New Zealand.

Property is also known as

Glow Worm Franz Josef Glacier
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Glow Worm Accommodation Hostel Franz Josef
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Glow Worm Accommodation - Hostel Franz Josef Glacier
Glow Worm Accommodation - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

How close is Glow Worm Accommodation - Hostel to the airport?

Glow Worm Accommodation - Hostel is 84.5 mi (117-min drive) away from the Hokitika (HKK) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Glow Worm Accommodation - Hostel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Glow Worm Accommodation - Hostel.

Does Glow Worm Accommodation - Hostel offer free breakfast?

Glow Worm Accommodation - Hostel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Glow Worm Accommodation - Hostel?

No, there is no casino at this hostel.

What time is check-in at Glow Worm Accommodation - Hostel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Glow Worm Accommodation - Hostel?

This hostel offers free self parking.

Does Glow Worm Accommodation - Hostel have a pool?

Glow Worm Accommodation - Hostel does not have a pool.

Does Glow Worm Accommodation - Hostel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hostel.

How close is Glow Worm Accommodation - Hostel to downtown Franz Josef Glacier?

Glow Worm Accommodation - Hostel is 0.1 mi away from Franz Josef Glacier.

Glow Worm Accommodation - Hostel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 82 out of 179 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 65 out of 179 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 24 out of 179 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 179 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 179 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Johan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice staff, weln organized hostel.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carleen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The clean room and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location for a good price. Nice kitchen and lounge area.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ruth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely staff. Very good location. Good value for money in the area
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very friendly
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Agata

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing and helpful stuff, nice kitchen and vibe! We loved our one night stay there :)
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Latasha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved it amazing room, friendly and helpful staff. So many facilities so worth the price my favourite place to stay ever!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Rudy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice hostel with helpful staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

4/10 Poor

Wendy

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Basic but funky
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was an amazing stay, didnt expect to get welcomed so friendly and we got taken to a pizza bar for dinner. Definitely a place to stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Marion

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable and good location
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

DAVID

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic location easy access to restaurants, supermarkets & all walks & hikes. Accommodation was exceptional in cleanliness & lots of kitchen equipment free to use available - would definitely recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very pleasant lounge, room, kitchen and hot tub. Perfect location in town. Quiet location
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jodi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic place, glad we found it! Will definitely be back 😊
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Really enjoyed staying here - kind of funky, an accommodation with personality. Free soup every night is a great touch and much appreciated. Friendly and helpful staff, clean rooms, good communal kitchen and other spaces.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Geoffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Glow Worm is a great to stay at. It is very affordable. Very handy to the village and nearby walking tracks
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best hostel we’ve started at in New Zealand. Incredibly welcoming and has everything you need
Verified

8/10 Good

Judith I

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Enjoyed stay very much

Enjoy the friendliness and warmness of the hosts. Soup and breakfast a wonderfull touch. Hope to be back for a longer stay.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maxima

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff is really friendly. The facilities are clean and it’s easy to get to town. After a hike the spa and soup are nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff. Free continental breahfast and free soup at night. Can’t beat that for hospitality
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dag Henrik

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The host, Benjamin, was incredible. Great atmosphere, social and just all over amazing.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

6/10 Okay

Torsten

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
The stuff was very friendly
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very welcoming! We stayed in a private ensuite room and it was clean and comfortable. The water pressure of the shower was amazing. Didn't get a chance to partake in the free soup unfortunately but it's super cool that they offer that. Not sure if we'll be in Franz Josef again anytime soon, but would definitely book here again!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Carl

Liked: Cleanliness
Room was clean but a little tired The staff did their job as in explained their offerings but they did not engage and were not welcoming
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brett

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Cool spot in beautiful location.

I had a great stay. The owner Benjamin was friendly and takes care of his guests. The room was comfortable with a tv, en-suite, fridge and everything else I needed. The hot tub was a nice bonus! Located in the middle of town and I could walk everywhere, the glacier was a short drive away
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022